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Y463 FTW

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,897 mi
Last recorded42,897 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY463 FTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2022 42,897 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 34,312 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 33,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit outer (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2013 31,685 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,254 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 30,998 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 28,963 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 24,041 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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Y463 FTW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y463 FTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y463 FTW registered?

Y463 FTW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y463 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y463 FTW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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